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NZAEL to update genetic base for Breeding Worth calculations

DairyNZ subsidiary New Zealand Animal Evaluation (NZAEL) will update the genetic base used to calculate Breeding Worth (BW) next month.

Ruralco boosts rural mental health support with $10,000 donation

Ruralco CEO Tony Aitken presents the $10,000 check to Mid Canterbury Rural Support Trust representatives Frances Beeston and Duncan Barr.

Ruralco has donated $10,000 to the Mid Canterbury Rural Support Trust following a recent fundraising golf tournament.

Nominations open for Horticulture New Zealand board positions

Horticulture NZ chair Bernadine Guilleux.

Nominations are open for three positions on the Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ) board.

Ewe losses on NZ farms may be reduced, says Massey University researcher

Ewe deaths are potentially a big and costly problem for farmers, says Dr Anne Ridler, Massey University.

A Massey University researcher and veterinarian says it may be possible to reduce the percentage of ewes culled or that die each year on some New Zealand farms.

NZ-EU Free Trade Agreement exceeding expectations, more benefits ahead

EU ambassador to NZ, Lawrence Meredith (left) speaks at the celebration while Todd McClay looks on.

The New Zealand/European Union free trade agreement (FTA) is exceeding the expectations of both parties and more good things are in the pipeline.

HortNZ report highlights growth in Māori land use for commercial horticulture

More Māori land is being used for growing commercial fruit and vegetables, according to a new report commissioned by Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ).

Agriculture applauds appointment of PM’s Science Advisor

Dr John Roche is PM’s new chief science advisor.

The primary sector is welcoming the appointment of Dr John Roche as the Prime Minister's new chief science advisor.

Groundswell NZ ramps up ‘Quit Paris’ campaign against climate accord

Groundswell NZ plans to roll out a series of signboards across the country, arguing for the end of New Zealand’s involvement in the Paris Agreement on Climate Change.

Groundswell NZ is ramping up its ‘Quit Paris’ campaign.

Bakers prefer butter, helping prices soar

Fonterra president global ingredients, Richard Allen.

Consumers around the world are willing to pay more for products containing dairy and this is driving demand for butter and cream, says Fonterra.

NZ supports rules-based system

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Winston Peters.

Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters often describes NZ as a small and isolated nation situated 'just north of the penguins' but says in terms of global affairs, NZ and other small nations should be judged on the quality of their arguments and not the size of their military.